David Pienta

Lieutenant - Wakulla County Sheriff's Office

Lieutenant David Pienta brings thirteen years of dedicated law enforcement experience to the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office as a reserve law enforcement officer with the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Pienta has consistently demonstrated exceptional commitment to public safety, contributing over 750 hours annually to the road patrol and training divisions. Lt. Pienta also serves as the Deputy Planning Section Chief for emergency operations. Lt. Pienta’s expertise in search and rescue operations was notably demonstrated in August 2021 when he served as officer in charge of a multi-day search for a missing scalloper off the Wakulla County coast. During this critical incident, he successfully coordinated efforts between three agencies and numerous civilian volunteers, showcasing the collaborative approach essential to missing persons cases. His extensive training credentials include certifications as a law enforcement instructor, firearms instructor, vehicle operations instructor and field training officer. Lt. Pienta has presented at the Florida Public Safety Institute’s High Liability Instructors Conference and provided training for the Florida Attorney General’s Office.

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